Hero Xtreme 200S

Hero Xtreme 200S Sports Overview: Hero Xtreme 200S will be the first 200cc naked sports bike from the Hero MotoCorp. The Xterme 200S will be Hero’s first bike in India to feature an optional ABS (Anti-lock Braking System). The bike is more powerful version of the existing Xtreme with additional features and better riding capabilities. The bike looks quite aggressive and sporty. The bike come with additional features like as air vents in front cowl, belly-pan and tank-shroud that improves engine’s cooling and performance. The other design elements include a mono halogen headlamp with twin LED pilot lights, LED tail lamp, dual tone seat, colored inner mud guard at the rear tyre and a contrast-colored front mud guard. The bike gets new features body-colored rear mudguard, red-painted front alloy wheel. The bike would come equipped with a semi digital instrument console with a round tachometer at the left and a blue lit LCD panel at the right. Overall, the bike looks really stylish and muscular.

Bajaj Pulsar NS200 was the hottest selling product from the company's lineup, powered by the same engine as the currently retailed Pulsar AS200. It became even more popular when it was halted from production but the thing which irritates more is that it is being sold with fuel injected engine in various other countries. Indian fans are waiting for the same version for India but Bajaj currently has not announced anything officially regarding the relaunch of NS200. As per the latest details available, Bajaj is going to relaunch the NS200 in India by 15th January, and the updated model will come with single-channel ABS and BSIV engine. Bajaj has been testing the fuel-injected version of the Pulsar 200NS in India for a long time now. The motorcycle might be launched in Indonesia first, followed by an Indian launch.

The Apache RTR 200 4V is the new flagship model in TVS’ line-up. A big step up from the Apache RTR 180, this model has undergone a major cosmetic and technological revamp to give it a new lease of life. The Apache RTR 200 4V gets a completely refreshed styling, though it does look like an evolution of the smaller Apache RTR range. The fuel tank extensions, raised tail section and the edgy front fascia give the motorcycle the quintessentially aggressive look of a streetfighter. The muffler gets a very interesting double barrel design, which not only gives the bike a loud exhaust note, but also improves the emission figures of the bike. The clip-on handlebars and the footpeg position are optimised to offer a racy seating position. Apache RTR 200 produces 20.23 BHP and 18.1 Nm of torque, making it the most value for money 200cc motorcycle in India.

KTM Duke 200 ( Ranked#3 in all listed; 25% votes, Total: 12 votes)*

The KTM Duke 200 is the first KTM to be sold in India by Bajaj and is one of the most affordable performance motorcycles you can buy today. The bike’s overall design and styling is new to India as no other bike had the same design philosophy. It is manufactured at Bajaj’s Chakan plant and is exported to many international markets. The motorcycle will soon receive an update in the form of 2017 variant, getting a bigger instrument console, much sharp design and even LED lights at the front. KTM 200 Duke gets the best acceleration abilities in its segment and is still the best street bike you can buy in India under Rs 1.50 lakhs. KTM entered India with a totally different approach, the one which was never used here before. The street fighter segment has FZ as its leader in India, but due to its limited power, performers were most of the time low on energy. Then came the Duke series in India, empowered nearly everyone who lived for adventure and feed upon power. Rest was not a word for those and 1st was the only position desired.

The Hero Xtreme 200S was unveiled at the 2016 Auto Expo. Though that specific model was still an early prototype, Hero MotoCorp is planning to launch the production version of the motorcycle by early 2017. Hero Xtreme 200S is the upcoming product from Hero MotoCorp, most probably launching in 2017 and rivaling the TVS Apache RTR 200 and Bajaj Pulsar NS200 in the Indian market. However, it won't be as performance friendly as the other two bikes but still could fetch sales through its impressive expected price tag of around INR 90,000. The bike is powered by a 200cc, air cooled engine producing 18.34 BHP and 17.2 Nm of torque. It will even be offered with an ABS equipped version for a minimal price hike over the non-ABS variant. The Hero Xtreme 200S’ design seems like an evolution of the current Xtreme Sports though it gets a number of aggressive styling cues. The front gets an edgy headlamp while the sculpted fuel tank and engine get aerodynamic shrouds. Both the headlamp and the tail lamp integrate LED units. The alloy wheels get a new design. The instrument cluster is made of an analogue tachometer and a digital display.

The Pulsar AS200 was launched in April 2015 and is one of the first products in Bajaj’s Pulsar ‘Adventure Sports’ range. Based on the Pulsar 200NS, the Pulsar AS200 is aimed at young customers who are looking for a stylish commuter, which can double up as a touring motorcycle. Bajaj Pulsar AS200 is powered by the same 199.5cc engine as the flagship RS200. The fuel injection from the elder Pulsar is replaced with carburetor in the AS200 while liquid cooling has been kept in place on the adventure series motorcycle. It comes with the same frame as 200NS while the engine is good for 23.17 BHP and 18.3 Nm of torque. The bike weighs 153 kg, undercutting the RS200 by a good margin. It is offered in Red, Blue and Black shade and carries dual disc brakes as standard. The bike rivals TVS Apache RTR 200 directly while competes with Pulsar RS200, 200 Duke and RC200 indirectly.